CVE-2013-2900

UnknownEPSS 1.79%

Last modified

CVE-2013-2900 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The FilePath::ReferencesParent function in files/file_path.cc in Google Chrome before 29.0.1547.57 on Windows does not properly handle pathname components composed entirely of . (dot) and whitespace characters, which allows remote attackers to conduct directory traversal attacks via a crafted directory name.. EPSS estimates a 1.79% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The FilePath::ReferencesParent function in files/file_path.cc in Google Chrome before 29.0.1547.57 on Windows does not properly handle pathname components composed entirely of . (dot) and whitespace characters, which allows remote attackers to conduct directory traversal attacks via a crafted directory name.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
1.79%

75.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
DebianDebian Linux7.0
GoogleChrome<= 29.0.1547.56
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.0
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.1
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.2
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.3
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.4
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.5
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.7
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.8
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GoogleChrome29.0.1547.10
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.11
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.12
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.13
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.14
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.15
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.16
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GoogleChrome29.0.1547.18
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.19
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.20
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.21
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.22
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.23
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.27
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.28
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.29
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.30
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.31
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.32
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.33
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.34
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.35
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.36
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.37
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.38
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.39
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.40
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.41
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.42
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.45
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.46
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.47
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.48
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.49
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.50
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.51
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.52
GoogleChrome29.0.1547.53

Showing 50 of 52 affected configurations. See NVD for the full list.

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2013-2900?
The FilePath::ReferencesParent function in files/file_path.cc in Google Chrome before 29.0.1547.57 on Windows does not properly handle pathname components composed entirely of . (dot) and whitespace characters, which allows remote attackers to conduct directory traversal attacks via a crafted directory name.
How severe is CVE-2013-2900?
Severity scoring for CVE-2013-2900 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.79% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2013-2900?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST